Does anyone use or recommend using the reusable air filters? I never heard of this but I was doing some web searching and came across one that states you can...
Just an FYI for anyone considering a body lift kit. I purchased the 2" kit from Rocky-Road.com. Reasonably priced, I figured should be an easy mod planning to...
I did and it helped in gas mileage by increasing from19 mpg to 22 mpg. 26 mpg HWY. Engine runs smoother and seems to just easily speed along. Best price was...
G'day. I use a K&N filter for my 1999 V6 GV. Apart from it being resuable. It has increased the performance of the car. You will aslo get better ecconomy.. The...
Keep in mind, there are those auto manufactures that claim any oiled air filter will leave deposits on the Mass Airflow Sensor (MAS) and could screw up the...
Lemme put it this way, I've had this oil in my front, rear and center diffs from about 2K miles, and have had no problems related to said oil. I even saved...
Thank's for help, I just bought my Suzi a month ago, 50k miles, '99, in good condition. Now I already change: #1 tensioner :), tran fluid, put Mobil1 oil...
What's the general consensus on the 2006 GV? From what I've read, it's been totally redesigned. I'll never buy a first run car again (my '99 GV taught me that)...
Well, since they are using the same powerplant and platform as the Equinox from what I have read and heard, most of the gremlins should disappear. I am with...
...is simply amazing. The 245/70/16 BFG AT ko's have been replaced by the same tires in a 225/75/16 size. I almost went with Yokohama AT-somethings, but they ...
... should ... I've heard a number of different reports. Some say the GV and XL-7 are using GM's Theta platform.. others say that only the XL-7 does. I guess...
I just purchased a 2002 GV and have been looking for an aggressive tread all terrain tire that would be good for the snowy and icy winters here. I've...
I just went through this with my 99 GV and noted all the tires you mentioned too. I steered away from the all terrain (such as the BFG KO or Yokohama...
Enter your vote today! A new poll has been created for the suzukigrandvitara group: Does your G-V experiance any rust ? o YES on doors o Yes on Body o Not at...
suzukigrandvitara@yah...
May 15, 2005 10:29 pm
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Why not try the BFG AT's in a 225/70 R16 tyre. These are a more agressive tyre and are great for sand/snow etc. The are only 10mm taller that the 235/60's. So...
I'll add another vote for the BFG A/T ko's. They're actually considered bona-fide snow tires in Oregon, allowing you to travel without chains. They are...
Hi I am from Kuwait. For my GV (Model 2000) till the date i was using stock tires Bridgestone, i mean till 95000 KM without any problems. Yesterday only I...
Pradeep Thevalakara
pradeepgt@...
May 16, 2005 9:58 am
19691
Make that three votes for the LT225-70-R16 BFG A/T KO's. Great tire, great traction. Todd G. 2001 GV 5-spd...
Now that I have a set of 225/75/16's I can say given they are about a quarter of an inch smaller in outside diameter than the 245/70's I had, I'd forgotten...
Does anyone know if it would be possible to put the XL-7 engine into the Grand Vitara? It seems like the only difference between the GV and XL-7 is body...
Sell your car and buy a XL-7, it's definetetly the cheapest way to have your own XL-7 engine... :-)) Sorry, coudn't resist ;-} Mauricio Martins São Paulo ...
From what I understand, it should be possible. The 2.7l V6 in the XL- 7 is just a bored out 2.5l V6 from the GV. The engine mount placements and tranny...
Yes it do-able there is write up some place on www.Zukiworld.com as some did one their. Good write too. George ... XL- ... the ... to ... keeping ... is ... 7...
I know the cause and fix of inside front tire wear has been dicussed many times here on the list but, could some one please list the fix step by step?? Best...
is the problem toe-in or camber???? When alignment is checked, at a local station, both are reported to be within specs...but my inside tire wear continues!!! ...
I've posted it before, but will look for it, and repost if I have time. The camber is fine with OEM struts up front, but if you go to KYB's, or the like, you...
Message 19051 has details. There is another out there, probably, but I'm pressed for time this morning. Do a search on "Kelly" and "toe- in" if you want to...